Project details:
Forest Park Conservancy will be working in Forest Park, celebrating No Ivy Day 2025 in partnership with Portland Parks & Recreation, where we will remove invasive English ivy to help restore native habitat! This will make space for native species to thrive and support future revegetation efforts.
Long pants, long socks, and sturdy, closed-toe tennis shoes or hiking boots are required for your safety. Long-sleeved shirts and weather appropriate layers for sun/wind/rain are also recommended. Make sure to bring a water bottle - many folks find it beneficial to bring a small backpack as well. If you have any allergies, please bring medications in case of emergency! Training, tools, snacks, coffee, and work gloves will be provided.
Registration required! Click button below to register.
Closest address to meeting location: 4198 NW Leif Erikson Dr, Portland, OR 97210
Map to Forest Park meeting location
Parking and public transit: From downtown Driving: Take SW Taylor to SW14th, continuing on SW14th until I-405N, where you'll exit at Exit 3 and NW Vaughn to NW26th. Take 26th to Thurman west, following it until it terminates at the trailhead. Be prepared to park in the neighborhood and walk a few blocks. Take the #15 bus to NW Vaughn & 27th, then walk 2 blocks south on NW 27th Ave and turn right onto NW Thurman. Walk west on NW Thurman for approximately 1 mile until you reach the trailhead.
Children are welcome if accompanied by an attentive adult.
Location description/accessibility: We will be working on the trails, which requires hiking up to 2 miles on uneven ground. A portable restroom will be available on site.
Know-Ivy Crafting Workshop: Not ready to get out in the field or want to keep the fun going into the afternoon? Come learn more weedy introduced species, get creative and utilize readily available materials during our first Know-Ivy Crafting Workshop. Separate registration required. Click button below to learn more and register.
Register for the Know-Ivy Crafting Workshop
Questions? Contact Kyla Jarka at kyla@forestparkconservancy.org or 503-713-3413.
Thank you for helping to keep Portland parks healthy and beautiful! Here are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.
- In order to ensure your comfort and safety, please remember to dress for the weather, wear close-toed shoes, bring a water bottle, and be ready to get dirty!
- Registration is required for all stewardship events, unless otherwise noted.
- Stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of any contagious illness.
- All tools, gloves and training to do the task is provided.
- While groups are welcome to join many of our regularly scheduled stewardship events, please contact the event coordinator listed in the description before arriving with a large group. This will ensure that there are enough gloves and tools for everyone to work. We are also available to schedule special service events at your group's convenience during the week or on weekends. Learn more about programs for groups.
If you are looking for community service to fulfill court requirements, please call 503-823-5121. You must be registered with our program before undertaking any community service.